Lizzy Anjorin Issues Ultimatum to Biola Adebayo in Social Media Feud
Nollywood actress Lizzy Anjorin has escalated a social media conflict by threatening to take legal action against her colleague and podcast host, Biola Adebayo. The dispute centers on a video from Adebayo's podcast featuring actress Iyabo Ojo, which Anjorin claims subjected her family to public ridicule.
Anjorin's Demands and Deadline
In a statement released on Tuesday, March 24, via her Facebook page, Lizzy Anjorin demanded that Biola Adebayo immediately remove the video of Iyabo Ojo discussing her. Anjorin set a strict deadline of 11:00 AM on the same day, warning of severe consequences if her demand was not met. She referenced Adebayo's recent removal of a controversial interview with actor Baba Ijesha, arguing that the same standard should apply here.
"I am giving you till 11:00am today to delete that video immediately or face the full wrath that is coming. I will expose everything you have been hiding to the world," Anjorin wrote. She emphasized that this was not a request but a warning, daring Adebayo to test her resolve.
Background of the Conflict
The video in question is from Biola Adebayo's conversation with Iyabo Ojo about an ongoing court case involving Anjorin. Anjorin shared a clip from this discussion, alleging it mocked her innocent children and family. This warning comes shortly after Adebayo publicly apologized to Iyabo Ojo for criticism related to her interview with Baba Ijesha, adding fuel to the fire.
Public Reactions and Netizen Opinions
The drama has sparked diverse reactions from Nigerians on social media, with many taking sides. Some netizens supported Anjorin's stance, while others criticized Adebayo's handling of the situation.
- Olulola Adewumi commented: "This is the true talk if you are afraid of one person you should not disrespect to another."
- Olamilekan Sowunmi reacted: "I love this, Biola didn't owe anyone apology for bringing a guest on her platform."
- Olufunmi Lioness Adunni commented: "Exactly, this is the first time I am supporting Aunty Lizzy in my life... So Aunty Biola should do the needful asap since her platform is for Oju aye."
- Omo Sanusi noted: "Biola really mess up when she apologized to Iyabo Ojo online, and took Baba Ijesha video off her page. She should've treated all interviews equally, regardless of people's opinions. Now she has set unfavorable standard for herself."
Broader Context and Related Criticism
This incident follows recent criticism of Biola Adebayo from comedian Princess, who blasted her for the apology video to Iyabo Ojo. Princess accused Adebayo of showing more concern for the offender, Baba Ijesha, than for the victim, a teenage girl who was assaulted years ago. Princess, the foster mother of the victim, highlighted that Adebayo never inquired about the child's welfare despite multiple communications over five years.
The ongoing feud underscores the tensions within Nigeria's entertainment industry, where social media platforms often become battlegrounds for personal and professional disputes. As celebrities like Lizzy Anjorin and Biola Adebayo air their grievances publicly, it reflects broader issues of accountability and respect in media interactions.
